Improve Oxfordshire's cycle routes

Overview

Cycling levels in the UK and most of Oxfordshire are very low compared to most European towns. This creates a travel gap, principally between 1 and 5 miles length, which is mostly filled by car travel but is ideal for cycling. Only a few towns anywhere in the UK or Europe have achieved a substantial increase in cycling – we will build on their evidence and experience to do the same across the county.

One key step in that direction is to develop comprehensive cycling networks that are inclusive and attractive to the preferences and abilities of all residents in all towns.

The 5 Core Design Principles (CDPs), which state that routes and networks for both walking and cycling should be:

•  Coherent
•  Direct
•  Safe
•  Comfortable
•  Attractive (Advantage)